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Today I was out shopping with my mom at a store. While a lady in front of us in the checkout line, I spied a kid that looked 2 years younger than me. He was trying to get some gum but probably was out of money, because he just stared at the dispenser with sad eyes.
When my mom and I were walking out the store, I turned back around to the kid and gave him a quarter and said "Buy yourself some gum" and I ran back to my mom. After I gave him the money there was a feeling in my stomach that said "Giving is better than getting."
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Posted over 2 years ago by Signed the author from TX
This is a heartfelt story. It brings me joy that kids in America still look after each other.
Posted over 2 years ago by E. from
Great story! One that I WILL remember for a long time!
Posted almost 3 years ago by A.E.C. from
Great story. There is no other way to attain the feeling that you felt at that moment. A random act of kindness can leave an indelible mark on the soul of another person. Good for you.
Posted about 3 years ago by from Boston
I love gum too and when I don't have money for gum I get sad. If I see a child in that situation I would be happy to give them money for gum. It's better to give than to get.
Posted about 3 years ago by Richard I. from Saginaw
A great story! What's really cool is that little boy will remember YOU for a very long time. Well done!
Posted about 3 years ago by JSG from San Francisco, CA
Good man! Very nicely told, you made my day.
Posted about 3 years ago by Scott S from Chicago
How inspiring?! You took that chance to help someone else!
Posted about 3 years ago by E.P.N. from Florida
This is a great story. Thanks for sharing it but more important, thanks for spreading an act of kindness. It is people like you that make this world a better place for the rest of us. How many adults would have acted in a similar manner?
Posted about 3 years ago by John D. from Boston, MA
That is very cool. Every time you go above and beyond to do something good it will come back to you when you least expect it. It is kind of like giving your self a present that will surprise you later.
Posted about 3 years ago by Paul S. from Washington, DC
What a sweet and inspiring story... I loved it!!!
Posted about 3 years ago by Elizabeth C. from
I admire that you gave to someone in need.
I adore the fact that you noticed another person and took concern.
Makings of a true leader!
Posted about 3 years ago by from
Collin- I am proud of this story and of you for submitting it-a sign of a true writer!! Love, Mrs. Willingham
Posted about 3 years ago by from Carroll Elementary